Port Allegany Union High School - Tiger Lily Yearbook (Port Allegany, PA)

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ehr diiirr Hilg ing what we had anticipted since our welcome into P. A. H. S. Among the numerous business transactions, none were of such importance as the purchase of our class rings. For once our class had a chance to exhibit its excellent taste, in the selection of our class symbol. To us they are reminders of High School days, whose value can never be measured except by ourselves. The annual Banquet given in honor of the Senior Class proved to be one of the most elaborate affairs ever given by high school students. It was recognized by all members of our class as an important event, and necessary preparation and arrangements were made by our different committees. A four course dinner was served by our mothers. The tables were beautifully decorated witn roses and carnations, the flowers of both classes. Appropriate menu cards, favors and place cards also graced the table. After the dinner many interesting toasts were given, after which we adjourned to.the auditorium for the dance. With a few more parties and hikes the Junior Year came to a glorious conclusion. The last stage in our High School career has been reached. We are now wrestling with the conjugations, theorems, traverses, and orations to complete the development of our marvelous intellects and to accomplish things which will bring fame to our beloved Alma Mater. In the year of our supremacy, namely our Senior Year we dominated the lower classes with an iron hand and they, recognizing our skilled leadership have followed willingly and the school as a whole has accomplished great things during the school year 1926-27. During our Senior Year we attempted to make things interesting for the lower classes. We sponsored many parties, entertainments, dances and contests which have all been brilliantly successful. The Senior Boys defeated the other three class Basketball teams and are therefore School Champions. But not only were the Seniors champions of the School but many of the best Varsity Players were found among our number. Two things which show the initiative and talents of our class are the Washington Trip and the Publication of an Edition of The Tiger Lily, after an elapse of ten years since the proceeding book was published. Our Class Orator, Clyde Lynch won the championship of not only the local school but the entire County and won the honor of being the alternate at the sectional meet. This feat does not only bring praise to himself and his class but presented a beautiful silver cup to the school. With tears in their eyes the lower classmen watch the Seniors depart but we feel sure that if they follow our examples and advice they will continue to make Port High a first rate school. Our officers for the Senior Year were: President, Leonard Burleson ; Vice President, John Antonson; Treasurer, Philip Todd; Secretary, Mary Cantwell “FIN SHED YET BEGINNING”

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QJljr (Tiger Eiln J enior History of Upon the opening of school, in the fall of 1923, we, as green Freshmen first entered the portals of Old Port High. There were fifty-six in this most mature group of freshies and not only were we great in number but we were destined to accomplish great things for our Alma Mater. One of the most important functions of the Freshman Year was the reception given us by the upper classes. Little did they realize as they mutilated our small bodies that they were initiating the most remarkable class that ever entered Port High. We were hoarded at the Georgetson Hall, a trembling and awe-stricken group, by the vicious threats of the ruling classes. As the evening wore on the greater part of our timidness vanished and we proceeded to enjoy ourselves in a most congenial and learned manner. After our initiation, which was embarrassing and humiliating we were immediately recognized as full fledged members of Port High. At eleven-thirty all those who were physically fit walked home while those remaining were compelled to call a taxi or borrow crutches. Other social functions of the Freshmen year were the numerous hikes and parties which were well attended and thoroughly enjoyed. We also selected our class insignia during this first stage in our educational career. After much deep thought and deliberation the white carnation was chosen as our class flower and gold and blue were selected as colors to represent our unusually brilliant aggregation. Officers for thr (Class of Z7 this year were: President, Claude Berg; Vice President, Fred Burgart; Secretary, Loretta Gamble; Treasurer, Leonard Burleson; Class Advisor, Miss Jeager. We started school again at the beginning of our Sophomore year with an entirely changed attitude concerning school, nevertheless, we resumed our peppy pace and those who could not keep up with us were obliged to follow the path of least resistance. Our Sophomore year was even more exciting than the first, having many interesting activities and functions. Unusual originality was displayed in the Progressive Party that was given during this year, also the out-door feats including several hikes and a roast on Baldy. Our worthy officers for the year were: President, Gunnard Anderson: Vice President, Eleanor Emery; Secretary, Dorothy Barnett; Treasurer, Carleton Keagle; Class Advisor, B. C. Mellinger. Our Junior Year found us leaving our old surroundings and traveling up Arnold avenue to the beautiful new school building which had recently been completed. It was several weeks before we became accustomed to the new environment, but finally we settled down to hard work and our usual progressive spirit. The first important event to be held in the new High School was the Freshman Reception, which it is customary for the Junior Class to give. As the old saying goes, “Revenge is sweet” we accomplished in one even-

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JOHN ANTONSON The boy that “tickles the ivories’ and makes old Paddy look like a stranger at the piano. Johnnie is one of the athletes of which the school is justly proud. He is a varsity man in all three sports and has an envied ability in each. He is a member of the Dramatic Club and usually has one of the leading roles in school plays. We hope he will stay clear of all women as they are liable to destroy some of his talent. DOROTHY BARNETT A little brown-eyed faithful member of the class who has had her heart and hands full of cooked food and candy during the year of 1926-27. Her smiles and personality have won for her a place in the hearts of all who have been fortunate enough to get a “knock-down” to her. If Dan Cupid Mrs. her he must have Mr. with a million. HOWARD BAKER Well deserves his position on the Staff as Boys Athletic Editor, being Captain of both the football and track teams, besides being an indespensible player on the teams of previous years. Bake was also president of' the Athletic Association and in his Junior year was vice-president of his class. It has often been stated by members of the female-sex that “He runs like a dear. ’ FREDERICK BURGART Firpo is one of the schools pride athletes having been an important member of the football and basketball teams and being star contester in the weight events on the track team. He is one of the most popular fellows, and is always ready and willing to work for the class. It has been predicted that he will, spend his future as a Midget in Singsing Sisters Circus.